All Elite Wrestling will continue to deal with programming changes over the next week or two due to the NHL and NBA Playoffs airing on TBS and TNT.
First, next week’s episode of AEW Rampage will move to Wednesday night after Dynamite (May 1). Both shows will be airing on TBS. Over the past two weeks, AEW Rampage has aired live on Saturday on TNT after Collision due to the the NBA and NHL Playoff game coverage.
Additionally, AEW Collision won’t be airing on Saturday, May 4. The show will instead return on Saturday, May 11. That show will be held at the Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia.
It’s worth noting that WWE Backlash: France will also be held on Saturday, May 4. Due to the regional time difference, that pay-per-view event will begin at 1:00 PM EST so the two shows won’t be going head-to-head.
All Elite Wrestling (AEW) is set to face programming changes in the coming weeks due to the NHL and NBA Playoffs airing on TBS and TNT. These changes will affect both AEW Rampage and AEW Collision.
Starting with AEW Rampage, next week’s episode will be moved to Wednesday night after Dynamite on May 1. Both shows will be broadcasted on TBS. This alteration is a result of the past two weeks’ episodes of AEW Rampage being aired live on Saturday on TNT after Collision, due to the NBA and NHL Playoff game coverage.
In addition to the schedule adjustment for AEW Rampage, there will be a change in the airing date of AEW Collision. Originally scheduled for Saturday, May 4, the show will now return on Saturday, May 11. The venue for this event will be the Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia.
It is worth mentioning that WWE Backlash: France is also scheduled for Saturday, May 4. However, due to the regional time difference, the WWE pay-per-view event will begin at 1:00 PM EST, ensuring that AEW Collision and WWE Backlash: France won’t be going head-to-head.
These programming changes are a necessary adjustment for AEW to accommodate the NHL and NBA Playoffs, which are popular events drawing a significant viewership. By moving AEW Rampage to Wednesday night and rescheduling AEW Collision, the promotion aims to avoid direct competition with other major sporting events and maximize its viewership.
Fans of AEW can look forward to an action-packed lineup in the coming weeks, with exciting matches and storylines continuing to unfold. The rescheduled AEW Collision in Vancouver promises to be a thrilling event for wrestling enthusiasts in British Columbia.
As AEW adapts to these programming changes, it demonstrates the promotion’s flexibility and commitment to providing high-quality wrestling entertainment while navigating the complexities of the television landscape. Wrestling fans can rest assured that AEW will continue to deliver engaging content despite these temporary adjustments.
Stay tuned for more updates on AEW’s programming schedule and upcoming events as the promotion continues to captivate audiences with its unique brand of professional wrestling.